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Alitalia offer £17 off flights for European and Italy

01/02/2019 by Kevincm

a plane flying in the sky

It's that time of month again, where Alitalia is offering a discount on flights to Europe and Italy - this time a straight £17 discount. Alitalia Airbus A321 approaching London Heathrow - Image, Economy Class and Beyond.  The magic code you'll need is HEYUKAnd you'll need to book at https://www.alitalia.com/en_gb/offers/all-offers/special-deal-hey.html Of course, … [Read more...]

No more Uber in Barcelona for now…

31/01/2019 by Kevincm

uber logo app

Uber and Cabify have suspended operations in Barcelona after changes in local licensing laws. So why? It seems that the Catalan Government is insisting on a 15-minute delay before a driver can pick passengers up. In the Uber business model when you want a ride there and then - this isn't helpful. These new rules have been put on, thanks to pressure from taxi drivers who … [Read more...]

FlyBe to leave Avios

31/01/2019 by Kevincm

a close-up of a logo

In news that should come as surprise to exactly no-one, Flybe is to withdraw from the Avios frequent flyer point collection and spend scheme from 30th April 2019 Image, FlyBe. A full FAQ has been loaded at https://www.flybe.com/avios/faqs, but here are the highlights: The Airline will not be an Avios partner from 30th April 2019 No Earn and spend … [Read more...]

Cathay Pacific launches new onboard menu range “Hong Kong Flavours”

30/01/2019 by Kevincm

a bowl of soup and wine on a tray

It's rapidly coming up to Chinese New Year, and what better time for Cathay Pacific to draw on local cuisine for its menus with a new menu called Hong Kong Flavours. Some specialities like Wok fried lobster, fish ball and fish cake flat rice noodle soup and soy-braised chicken with Chinese sausage on steamed jasmine rice are being offered in flight. The menu has been … [Read more...]

American Express Blocks Curve

29/01/2019 by Kevincm

Curve

It seems that things aren't good between Curve and American Express - who are blocking transactions with Curve. For those who aren't in the know Curve is an interesting product. It's an intermediate card, where you can link other credit cards, earn rewards, and manage where payments go. With the Curve card being a Mastercard, in theory, you can load funds from … [Read more...]

Ryanair takes full control of Laudamotion

29/01/2019 by Kevincm

luadamotion header

It seems that Laudamotion - the rebirth of Niki has been fully taken over by Irish Low Cost Carrier Ryanair   View this post on Instagram   Spotted in #Vienna ✈️ #newlivery #laudamotion A post shared by Laudamotion (@laudamotion) on Jan 16, 2019 at 9:21am PST Ryanair took 75% … [Read more...]

East-West Rail Link puts routes to consultation

29/01/2019 by Kevincm

East West Rail Link Proposed Routes - Image, East West Rail Company

Rail connectivity in South East of England in some respects is centred around London, with traffic flowing between the suburbs, the outer regions to the city. However, there is a significant amount of cross country traffic too. One of the new rail links that are being promoted - the East-West Rail link - aims to link Cambridge and Oxford (without the tedious need to cross … [Read more...]

Cathay Pacific introduces “The Sanctuary” – A Mindfulness and Wellness hub at Hong Kong International

28/01/2019 by Kevincm

The sanctuary - image, Cathy pacific

Sometimes when travelling you do need to take a break - mental or physical away from the strain of travel. Cathay Pacific has their answer to this called "The Sanctuary". The Sanctuary - Image, Cathay Pacific  This is a dedicated Yoga and Medication space, located inside The Pier lounge at Hong Kong International Airport. The Sanctuary was opened in conjunction … [Read more...]

IHG UK Flash Sale (Up to 30% Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza, etc)

28/01/2019 by Kevincm

IHG Flash sale

It's that time year again, where Intercontinental Hotel Group is trying to drum up trade with a flash sale for the next five days (Until 1st February 2019). The sale is restricted to IHG Rewards Club Members (and let's face it - the majority of you should be members by now). It covers hotels in the UK and Ireland - however, you'll need to dig into the The offer … [Read more...]

Airplane Art – Lufthansa Boeing 747-8i departing Chicago O’Hare International Airport

27/01/2019 by Kevincm

Lufthansa Boeing 747-8i taxing out of Chicago O'Hare - Image, Economy Class and Beyond.

It's Sunday again, so it must be time for some more airplane art. This week, we have a Lufthansa Boeing 747-8i as it taxis out of Chicago O'Hare central terminal area, as it joins wide-bodies from United Airlines and KLM for the long haul back to Frankfurt Airport. And yes - this plane is in the "Correct" colours that Lufthansa are known for (as opposed to the blue … [Read more...]

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